ESPN FC's Craig Burley gives his take on Charlie Austin's transfer options and whether or not Newcastle is a good fit for the forward.

Newcastle United have lodged an improved bid for Queens Park Rangers striker Charlie Austin, a source has told ESPN.

Austin has been linked with a move to Newcastle throughout this summer and new manager Steve McClaren is keen to wrap up a deal for the 26-year-old striker who scored 18 Premier League goals on a QPR team that was relegated last season.

QPR are reported to be holding out for a £15m fee for one of their leading assets and while the latest Newcastle offer is believed to fall short...